Published: August 23, 2024; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa
Address: 455 5th Ave, New York, NY 10016, United States
Phone: +1 212-340-0863
Web: https://www.nypl.org/locations/snfl“Soul Surfer” is a biographical sports drama based on the true story of Bethany Hamilton, a teenage surfer who lost her arm in a shark attack but went on to become a professional surfer.
The film begins with Bethany as a young girl, already a talented surfer with a bright future. She trains rigorously, competing in surfing competitions and dreaming of making it big in the sport.
One fateful day, while surfing with her friends, Bethany is attacked by a shark, which rips off her left arm. The film portrays the trauma and emotional turmoil she faces as she copes with her life-changing injury. It shows her struggle to accept her new reality, her fear of returning to the water, and her determination to overcome adversity.
With the support of her family, friends, and faith, Bethany slowly begins to heal both physically and emotionally. She returns to surfing, using her prosthetic arm and sheer willpower to defy the odds and achieve her goals.
“Soul Surfer” is a story of courage, resilience, and the power of the human spirit. It shows how Bethany, through her faith and her unwavering passion for surfing, finds a way to overcome a devastating tragedy and embrace a new life. The film celebrates the human capacity for resilience and the transformative power of pursuing one’s dreams.
Time: 2:00-4:00 pm EST
Free!
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